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Ls-10

Masthead Sloop · Monohull

Designed by Sparkman & Stephens (Updated By Soca) · Built by Soca Sailboats (Trinidad) · First built 2002

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LOA 33.0  ·  Beam 7.75  ·  Displacement 7,000  ·  Sail Area 486  ·  Masthead Sloop  ·  Monohull
About the Ls-10 Sailboat

The LS-10 is a modern interpretation of the classic Tartan Ten one-design racer, produced by Southern Caribbean (SOCA) Sailboats in Trinidad from the early 2000s into the mid-2010s. Built using the original Sparkman & Stephens Tartan Ten hull molds, the LS-10 conforms to the Tartan Ten class rules but adds modern improvements to comfort, deck functionality, and layout. Often described as an "oversized dinghy" thanks to its tall masthead rig, narrow beam, and fin-and-spade-rudder underbody, the LS-10 keeps the Tartan Ten's sportboat character alive for one-design fleet racing.

Dimensions & Specifications
LOA (Length Overall) 33.0
LWL (Waterline Length) 27.0
Beam 7.75
Max Draft 4.25
Displacement 7,000
Ballast 3,340
Sail Area (Reported) 486
Design & Construction
Hull Type Monohull
Rigging Type Masthead Sloop
Construction Fiberglass
Designer Sparkman & Stephens (updated by SOCA)
Builder SOCA Sailboats (Trinidad)
First Built 2002
Last Built 2015
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Ls-10's sail area to displacement ratio?

The Ls-10 has a Sail Area to Displacement ratio (SA/D) of 21.25. Values between 14–18 are typical cruising sailboats; 18–22 is cruiser/racer; over 22 is performance racing.

What is the Ls-10's comfort ratio?

The Ls-10 has a Ted Brewer Comfort Ratio of 24.4. A ratio over 30 indicates good offshore comfort; over 40 is very comfortable offshore.

Is the Ls-10 safe for offshore sailing?

The Ls-10 has a Capsize Screening Formula value of 1.62. Values under 2.0 are considered acceptable for offshore sailing; under 1.8 is ideal.

What is the hull speed of the Ls-10?

The theoretical hull speed of the Ls-10 is 6.96 knots, calculated from its waterline length.

How much does a Ls-10 weigh?

The Ls-10 has a displacement of 7,000 and a length overall (LOA) of 33.0.

Who designed the Ls-10?

The Ls-10 was designed by Sparkman & Stephens (Updated By Soca), first built in 2002.